Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of ...

Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of more than 22m or 80 feet in length, built with the aim of providing their owners and guests with ultimate luxury and comfort during their entire stay on board. Sailing yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, gullets, superyachts, mega yachts, giga yachts, classic yachts or modern yachts with state-of-the-art amenities, technology and design all fall under the category of ‘luxury yachts’. There are numerous luxury yacht builders, designers, naval architects, interior designers, lighting designers, various product suppliers and service supplies in the industry specialising in luxury yachts, offering the highest possible standard of their services and assistance to future owners and managers of these vessels. View more on yacht builders and designers here.

Some owners prefer to keep their privacy and use their yachts for private holidays with family, friends, business partners and colleagues. Others, offer their vessels for luxury yacht charter around various destinations in the world. Two of the most important destinations from yacht rental point of view are the Mediterranean (mainly in the summer) and the Caribbean (during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter months). Other important luxury yacht charter destinations include the South Pacific, Asia, Northern Europe, with remote destinations such as Antarctica and Pacific North West being increasingly sought-after by adventure-seeking yacht charter clients.

Luxury yachts offer deluxe and luxurious accommodation in cabins, with en suite bathrooms, the finest in furnishing and linens, latest in technology, air-conditioning and various other comforts expected of these boats. There is usually one or more saloons available for entertainment, socialising and relaxation, as well as numerous dining options, including al fresco dining possibilities. Exterior deck areas tend to offer plenty of space for sunbathing, with larger yachts fitted with the very popular Jacuzzi spa or even a large swimming pool. All luxury yachts have a selection of various water toys at guests’ disposal for in-water entertainment and fun.
Below you will find the latest news and articles from the world of luxury yachts, and if you are interested in chartering one of these, don’t hesitate to contact our team of brokers here.

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis to attend the 2012 Genoa Boat Show with 24 yachts on display

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The total number of 24 luxury yachts will be exhibited by Azimut Yachts and Atlantis at the upcoming Genoa International Boat Show, starting this Saturday. These include the Azimut 84 superyacht as well as Azimut Magellano 76 yacht. ... read full story

Yachting Pages gets feedback from captains and crew

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The recent feedback from captains and crew, organized by Yachting Pages along the Cote d'Azur during the Cannes and Monaco shows, had very interesting results. This top superyacht directory and its new website are very popular among the superyachts' staff. ... read full story

The 52nd Genoa International Boat Show to start on Saturday

October 05, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Starting this Saturday, this year's Genoa International Boat Show will host around 900 exhibitors. The largest luxury vessel on display will be the 72-metre superyacht Stella Maris by Viareggio Superyachts. ... read full story

Northern Marine marketing its expedition yachts and superyachts through video by YachtVid

October 05, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Northern Marine has hired YachtVid to assist in video marketing of its long range expedition yachts and luxury yachts.  Initial projects include a listing for the Northern Marine 80′ motor yacht Atlas, promotional video for the 65′ Aquila yacht and progressive construction footage of the new 85′ yacht Blood Baron. YachtVid’s website showcases listings, while... ... read full story

World’s two tallest masts of sailing yacht Salute and superyacht M5 serviced by Marine Results

October 05, 2012

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marine Results, an international rigging and structural inspection company has just carried out service work on the masts of sailing yacht M5 and superyacht Salute – two of the world’s tallest masts.  Marine Results inspected the rig of fast cruising sloop Salute which has the world’s tallest aluminium mast at a towering 75 metres.  But... ... read full story

Positive results for MCM Yacht Management at Monaco Yacht Show 2012

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very successful Monaco Yacht Show for MCM Yacht Management this year. The company has signed up 4 yachts and 5 yachts are currently under construction with MCM acting for Owner. ... read full story

Sailing yacht Project E-630 concept by Dixon Yacht Design

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Dixon Yacht Design developed 33m superyacht Project E-530 is an outstanding concept, providing beautiful accommodation in 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Hull of the Dixon designed 45m sailing yacht Y3 arrives at Holland Jachtbouw

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Holland Jachtbouw is happy to welcome a new addition to its family, the 45m superyacht Y3. Due to be launched in 2014, she is designed by well known Dixon Yacht Design. ... read full story

The latest addition to the J-class revival – the 43m Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht J8 designed by Hoek

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Scheduled for launch in 2013, the splendid J-Class superyacht J8 was originally designed by Frank Paine in 1935. She now boasts design by Hoek optimised for the modern handicap rules of the JCA. Her hull has been already completed and is ready for the final stage of construction at Holland Jachtbouw. ... read full story

A very busy Monaco Yacht Show 2012 for CMN Yachts

October 04, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

It has been a very busy Monaco Yacht Show for the prominent French luxury yacht builder, CMN Yachts, this year. Visitors to this prestigious event found very interesting the company's high end technology booth, which has also attracted SAS Prince Albert II. ... read full story

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